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Ronnie Coleman is one of the most celebrated bodybuilders. Coleman is the eight-time Mr. Olympia with a beast-like physique. He is the winner of 26 IFBB titles and is famous for his dedication to bodybuilding. Coleman performed highly challenging workouts every day. His body was always the topic of discussion. Fans were at war on a recent video of Coleman. 

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Coleman started bodybuilding much later in his life. After getting a degree in accounting, he started to work at Domino’s. After some time, he left the place and started working as a police officer in texas. His colleague introduced Coleman to bodybuilding and an amateur coach who guaranteed Coleman would win in competitions if he started bodybuilding. 

Fans were divided over Coleman’s physique

Coleman had a commendable dedication toward training every. On an occasion of performing 800 squats, Coleman injured his back. He realized something was wrong with his body, but chose to ignore the pain and continue competing and training normally. Soon his injuries got the better of him. Throughout his bodybuilding journey, Ronnie underwent 13 surgeries. At one point, doctors declared that he might not be able to walk. However, Ronnie took assistance to be able to walk again. 

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However, recently, a video of Ronnie’s became viral. The video was of Ronnie’s Mr.Olympia physique, in which he looked muscular, toned, and fit. Fans had divided reactions to the video. 

Many criticized Ronnie for his excessive training, leading to his inability to walk properly today. The comments read: 

“But now he can’t walk”

Another user said: “Now he can’t even walk without crutches. A body isn’t intended to build n carry that much”

Some accused him of taking pills;  “Hormone pills and insulin abuse”

“What a disaster..drugs massive amounts of food..massive destruction of his body..now on drugs because all the drugs he took…fame creates insanity..”

“Abuse Catches Up To You And Cripples You”:

However, a section of fans defended Ronnie: “He chose to live HIS Life how he wanted to with No regrets 🤷🏾‍♂️ How many of us can say that without caring what others say!?”

“King Ronnie Coleman One Of The Greatest Of All Time Huge Inspiration 👑👑👑👑🐐🐐🐐🐐”

“People really do be sayin “now he cant walk”. He won olympia 8x times. I would give my life for that not just legs.”

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The retired bodybuilder received Arnold Classic Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021 from his idol Arnold Schwarzenegger at the Arnold Classic 2021.

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What is Ronnie Coleman doing now?

Coleman might not be working out full-fledged in the gym now, but he guides new bodybuilders to train better. He also runs a self-titled company under which he sells bodybuilding supplements and types of equipment. 

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However, Ronnie does minimal workout gym and keeps sharing snaps and clips of it on social media. He still amazes fans with his love for training. Let us know what you think about Coleman’s dedication to training. 

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